Summary:
The 32025 zip code area in Florida is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. While the schools in this area display a wide range of academic performance, a few standouts emerge. Eastside Elementary School is the highest-performing, ranking in the top 25% of Florida elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. In contrast, Melrose Park Elementary and Summers Elementary struggle, often scoring well below district and state averages.
The data also reveals a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, a proxy for lower socioeconomic status, tend to have lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates. For example, Melrose Park Elementary has the highest percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch at 84.17%, and it also has the lowest test scores in the group.
While Lake City Middle School and Columbia High School perform respectably, the data also highlights significant challenges at Richardson Sixth Grade Academy, which has consistently low rankings and a 1-star rating. Addressing the disparities in performance and socioeconomic factors will be crucial for ensuring all students in the Columbia district have access to a quality education.
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